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  • When Protection Meets Grace: Fighting for Our Children, Part 1 | Chris McKenna | Ep. 28
    Aug 12 2025

    This is one of those conversations every parent needs to hear.

    Bethany and Adam sit down with Chris McKenna, the founder of Protect Young Eyes, to talk about one of the most important and heartbreaking challenges families face today—children being exposed to explicit content at younger and younger ages. Chris shares his own powerful story of early exposure, the years of secret struggle that followed, and how God brought healing and redemption into his marriage.

    Together, they unpack how modern technology has made explicit content more accessible than ever—even on school-issued devices—and why this matters for every home, not just those facing an obvious crisis.

    Chris walks through a five-layer “digital safety pyramid” that helps parents take practical steps: from building trust and healthy conversations, to setting boundaries on devices, locations, and apps—all grounded in a foundation of faith, connection, and grace.

    If you’re raising children in the digital age and wondering how to protect their hearts and minds—without losing yours—this episode is for you.

    Guest Bio:

    Chris McKenna: Founder, Protect Young Eyes, and President of The Better Tech Project non-profit. Chris is a respected digital safety voice, creating valuable and practical resources for families and schools. His impactful 2019 testimony before the US Senate initiated a series of hearings to further online child protection policy. Years of gritty effort earned PYE the 2020 Dignity Defense Award from the National Center on Sexual Exploitation and the 2024 Child Safety Award from The Phase Alliance. Recent state-level legislation co-authored by Chris - the Child Device Protection Bill - passed in Utah and moved through multiple chambers in six other states. It will force devices to enable existing content filters when activated by a minor. He is a technical advisor to Angel Kids AI and works closely with digital safety advocates and legislators to craft policies that reign in abusive technologies. As a representative of the Human Change Movement, Chris spoke at the 2024 and 2025 World Economic Forum.

    Under his guidance, the Protect Young Eyes team conducts presentations worldwide to parents, professionals, and schools, and gained recognition by being featured in the Childhood 2.0 movie. Their website, courses, and private parent community show caregivers step-by-step how to prepare and protect their children in digital spaces. Chris cherishes family, including road trips with his four children, connecting with nature, running, romping with his pups, and almost anything sweet.

    Resources:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protectyoungeyes/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mckenna-75962211/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/protectyoungeyes

    Website: https://protectyoungeyes.com/

    • https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/start-here Do these 3 things to get started.
    • Learning: 5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home on-demand course for parents. https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/course
    • Community: The Table https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/the-table

    Psalm 119:37: "Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways."

    Romans 7:19: “For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing.”

    Sharkbanz: https://www.sharkbanz.com

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  • Diving Deeper: Can I Trust the Bible? Wrestling with Faith, Doubt & Suffering | Ep. 27
    Aug 7 2025

    In this Q&A episode of the Diving Deeper series, Bethany and Adam sit down with their pastor and trusted friend, Pastor William Pierce, to answer real listener questions about faith, doubt, Scripture, suffering, and walking with Jesus in today’s culture.

    What does it mean to truly walk with Christ as a teenager? Do you have to believe everything in the Bible to be a Christian? What’s the purpose behind suffering, and can we still trust God when it feels like there's no light at the end of the tunnel?

    From the beauty of Ephesians 2 to the hard questions about creation, sexuality, and cultural compromise, this episode tackles faith’s toughest challenges with deep compassion and unwavering biblical truth.

    If you’ve ever wondered where to start in your Bible reading, how to help someone who’s hurting, or how to stay rooted in truth when the world feels shaky, this conversation is for you.

    Resources Mentioned:
    • Bible Reading Recommendations:
      • Mark
      • Ephesians
      • Matthew
      • Proverbs
    • Scripture References:
      • Ephesians 2:1–10
      • Genesis (Creation account)
      • Psalms (praying Scripture)
      • Job (the purpose of suffering)
      • Matthew 5 (Sermon on the Mount)
      • James 4:4 (“Friendship with the world is enmity with God”)
      • John 3:16
      • Colossians 1:15 (Christ as the image of the invisible God)

    Guest Bio:

    Pastor William Pierce is a seasoned preacher, husband, and friend to the Dirks family. With a heart for discipleship and biblical truth, he leads with humility and a strong foundation in God’s Word. As the family pastor at Bethany and Adam’s local church, he’s known for making deep theological truths accessible and applicable, especially to young believers hungry for truth in a noisy world. Whether he’s unpacking Ephesians or sitting with someone in their suffering, Pastor William points people to the goodness of Christ and the sufficiency of Scripture.

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  • From Food Fear to Food Freedom: A Healing Journey with Fallon Lee | Ep. 26
    Aug 5 2025

    Can food really heal your body and your family?

    In this episode of All Things Possible, Bethany and Adam sit down with Fallon Lee, a holistic health advocate, writer, and mama of three, to unpack her powerful story of healing—both physical and spiritual. Fallon vulnerably shares how her health began unraveling in early adulthood and escalated after becoming a mother. But when her infant son began experiencing severe eczema, anaphylactic allergies, and respiratory issues, Fallon went from surviving to seeking.

    What followed was a deep dive into ancestral nutrition, food freedom, and holistic wellness that not only brought her Hashimoto’s into remission but helped her son heal in ways doctors said weren’t possible.

    Guest Bio:

    Fallon Lee is a holistic health writer, wife, and homeschooling mom of three boys. Her passion for real food, natural healing, and home-centered living was sparked by her son’s extreme health challenges and her own autoimmune journey. Now in remission from Hashimoto’s and walking in food freedom, Fallon shares resources and encouragement for other families through her online platform, where she’s known for sneaking nourishing ingredients into meals that even husbands love. Her heart is to empower women to create peaceful, healing homes—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

    Resources:

    Resources, recipes, and Fallon's blog: https://fallonstable.com

    Check out the Environmental Working Group for safer home swaps: https://ewg.org

    Website: https://fallonstable.com/

    Instagram: @fallonstable

    Fallon’s Story: https://fallonstable.com/my-story

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  • Raising Sons, Loving Strong: Discipleship Starts at Home | Dean Plumlee | Ep. 25
    Jul 29 2025

    Bethany and Adam sit down with longtime friend and disciple-maker Dean Plumlee. Dean spent over 25 years in surf ministry before God led him into a whole new chapter—mentoring pastors, parents, and leaders through Sonlife, a ministry grounded in the life and method of Jesus.

    Dean unpacks how discipleship starts in the home, how he’s raised his three kids to know and love Jesus, and what it means to be a man who leads with courage, rejects passivity, and embraces responsibility. From hiking the Appalachian Trail with his sons to navigating tech boundaries and awkward conversations with honesty and grace, this episode is packed with wisdom, real stories, and encouragement for parents and spouses.

    Guest Bio:

    Dean Plumlee is a longtime disciple-maker, ministry coach, and former leader with Christian Surfers. After decades of reaching surfers for Christ, Dean now serves with Sonlife, training and mentoring pastors and ministry leaders through the life and method of Jesus. He’s also a devoted husband and father of three, passionate about intentional parenting, biblical manhood, and building Christ-centered marriages. Whether he's hiking mountains or navigating family discipleship, Dean leads with humility, honesty, and a deep love for Jesus.

    Resources:

    • Sonlife: https://www.sonlife.com/
    • "Good Pictures, Bad Pictures" (Kids’ guide to porn prevention)
    • The book of Proverbs (31 chapters—read one a day!)
    • Appalachian Trail / Blood Mountain story
    • Keith Green quote: “If you want to love with me, love with me then…”

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  • Diving Deeper: Union With Christ: How Jesus Meets Us Through Word and Sacrament | Ep. 24
    Jul 24 2025

    In this Diving Deeper episode, Bethany and Adam sit down with Pastor John Bombaro for a rich and deep conversation about the physical and spiritual intimacy we’re invited into through Christ.

    They talk about how Jesus doesn’t just love us from a distance, He actually enters into our lives in real, tangible ways. From Holy Communion to baptism to the power of God’s Word, Pastor John unpacks what it means to be united with Christ, not just symbolically, but truly. They walk through John 6, the beauty of the incarnation, and why your body and what you do with it matter deeply to God.

    If you’ve ever wrestled with doubts, felt disconnected from your faith, or wondered if Jesus could really meet you where you are, this episode is for you. It’s a fresh reminder that God’s grace isn’t just an idea. It’s real. It’s embodied. And it’s for you.

    Guest Bio:

    Pastor John Bombaro is the senior pastor of St. James Lutheran Church in Lafayette, Indiana, home to Purdue University. Formerly a missionary and church planter in Kauai, Hawaii, Pastor John holds advanced degrees in theology and has taught and served globally. He and his wife, Melinda, have four children and are celebrating 30 years of marriage. Known for his clarity, depth, and pastoral warmth, Pastor John has a passion for helping people experience the gospel not just intellectually but intimately—in heart, soul, and body.

    Resources:

    • Scripture References:
      • John 6 (Bread of Life discourse)
      • Leviticus 17 (the life is in the blood)
      • Luke 24 (The Road to Emmaus)
      • 1 Corinthians 11 (The Lord’s Supper)
      • 2 John 7 (The continual coming of Christ in the flesh)
      • Ephesians 5, Revelation 22, Acts 2, and more

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  • How We Met: Our Love Story from Kansas to Kauai | Ep. 23
    Jul 22 2025

    It all started with a cliff jump, a voicemail, and a Kansas boy on a Hawaiian beach…

    In this episode, Bethany Hamilton and Adam Dirks invite listeners into the behind-the-scenes story of how they met, dated, and got married. From a surprise phone call and a cliff jump at Shipwreck Beach, to long-distance Zoom dates and a proposal in a secret Hawaiian garden, this is a story marked by God’s providence, adventure, and intentionality!

    Bethany and Adam share candidly about their early fears, funny moments (like Adam’s “kooky” surf sessions), cultural differences, and the joy of building a relationship grounded in faith. Along the way, they reflect on Proverbs 3:5–6 and how trusting God, even when the path ahead seems unclear, led them to each other.

    This one’s packed with funny stories, sweet memories, and honest reflections on what it means to build a relationship on God’s foundation.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    • Proverbs 3:5–6 and Proverbs 16:3
    • Shipwreck Beach (Kauai)
    • KAA (Kids Across America Camps): https://factsaboutkanakuk.com/
    • Allerton Garden, Kauai

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  • ​​Homesteading, Homemaking & Homeschooling with Confidence | Lisa Bass | Ep. 22
    Jul 15 2025

    What if a slower, more intentional life at home could actually make things easier? In this heartfelt conversation, Bethany and Adam sit down with Lisa Bass—homeschooling mom of eight and creator of Farmhouse on Boone—to talk about what it really looks like to raise a big family, cook from scratch, and build a peaceful home.

    Lisa shares how routines, confidence, and a strong “why” have helped her navigate homeschooling, home cooking, and sourcing real food. They talk about sourdough (yes, it can be simple!), raw milk, raising lifelong learners, and the importance of choosing a lifestyle that may look countercultural—but brings deep joy.

    Guest Bio:

    Lisa Bass is the creator behind Farmhouse on Boone, a popular blog and YouTube channel where she shares her passion for traditional cooking, sourdough baking, homeschooling, and slow living. A mother of eight, Lisa has cultivated a life rooted in home, health, and faith. Whether she’s making bone broth or math lessons happen at the kitchen table, Lisa encourages other moms to start small, simplify, and rediscover the joy of home.

    Resources:

    Lisa’s website: https://www.farmhouseonboone.com

    Weston A. Price Foundation: https://www.westonaprice.org

    Book mentioned: Deep Nutrition

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FarmhouseonBoone

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  • Surviving Fire, Finding Joy | Matt Manzari | Ep. 21
    Jul 8 2025

    What happens when life throws you not one, but two life-altering tragedies, and you survive them both?

    Bethany and Adam sit down with their close friend Matt Manzari, a former professional wakeskater whose life was radically changed after two near-fatal accidents, one a catastrophic head injury, the other a 12,000-volt electrocution. But Matt's story isn’t just about surviving. It’s about redefining identity, reclaiming joy, and pointing everything back to the goodness and grace of God.

    Matt shares how he went from chasing success and sponsorships to finding his true identity in Christ, how trauma reshaped his theology of suffering, and how his family now lives out intentional faith through weekly sabbaths, deep conversations, and wild outdoor adventures. You'll hear his insights on parenting, purpose, and the "unfair" grace of a God who walks with us through the fire.

    Guest Bio:

    Matt Manzari is a former professional wakeskater, current speaker, author, and founder of Beyond the Burn. After surviving a catastrophic accident that shattered his skull and a second incident involving a 12,000-volt electrocution, Matt defied every medical odd and now travels the country sharing his story of hope, healing, and faith. He’s passionate about helping others find their true identity—not in success, talent, or image, but in Christ. Matt is also a husband and dad of three boys, living an adventure-filled life with his family in Florida. His book Beyond the Scars is available at https://www.beyondtheburn.life/

    Resources:

    • Matt Manzari’s Book: Beyond the Scars – available at: https://www.beyondtheburn.life/
    • Matt Manzari’s Website: beyondtheburn.life

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